Naphtali
girl nameNaphtali entered the US charts in 1981, peaked at #7469 in 1982, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1981–2025
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rank today
#7469
peak (1982)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #8569 |
| 1990s | #11778 |
| 2000s | #15151 |
| 2010s | #16116 |
| 2020s | #15251 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Naphtali are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Naphtali alive today was born around 2006, making them about 19 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Naphtali in 2025?
- Naphtali is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Naphtali most popular?
- Naphtali peaked in 1982, reaching #7469 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Naphtali with classmates?
- Naphtali will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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